Throughout the journey, the department head remained silent; both men silently made their way to the Academic Affairs District's Court Castle in the academy.
Miller brought him into the grand hall situated at the center of the castle, where Rod encountered three heads of sub-academies — Vera, Bag, and Bain — as well as the Dean, Theodore.
The atmosphere was very serious, seemingly not indicating anything good.
Had the matter of purchasing the Hunter's License been discovered?
Rod was somewhat nervous; getting docked fifty points for Team Ten was one thing, ending up at the bottom again.
If the Hunter's License were to be confiscated, wouldn't all his subsequent plans be destroyed?
"Your Excellency Dean, Rod has been brought here," said Miller with a slight bow, his expression impassive.
"You've worked hard, little Miller, have a seat."
